7 October 2025
Matthew James Ltd, Athol Garage Building, Balthane Road, Balthane, Ballasalla, Isle Of Man, IM9 2af
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All new retail development (excepting neighbourhood shops and those instances identified in Business Policy 5) sited within the town and village centr
Officer states the proposal is contrary to Strategic Policy 9 as the site is zoned for industrial use where food and drink uses are not generally supported unless ancillary or serving a defined local need. Applicant argues the area has evolved into mixed uses and cites supporting policies like Strategic Policy 1(a) for optimising under-used buildings.
Business Policy 5
Officer notes policy conflict with presumption against standalone food and drink in industrial areas; applicant contends it relates more to retail (1.1) than 1.3/1.4 hospitality, and cites local economic benefit.
Section 6.23 of the Area Plan for the South
Officer cites as contrary to industrial zoning; applicant highlights Balthane's evolved mixed-use character with diverse businesses.
Strategic Policy 1
Applicant argues (a) supports optimising redundant under-used buildings like the existing showroom.
Community Policy 2
Applicant claims support for new community facilities reusing vacant buildings, providing social hub for local workers and residents.
Community Policy 3
Applicant references as supportive of the proposal.
Business Policy 1
Applicant cites as supporting the proposed use.
Support regeneration of run-down areas
Applicant argues supports making best use of resources in under-used buildings.
91 overall spaces demonstrates that there is adequate parking to accommodate visitors and existing users
Business Isle of Man (Department for Enterprise) supports application 25/90336/C for a coffee shop and hot food takeaway within an existing car showroom on Balthane Industrial Estate.
Business Isle of Man (Department for Enterprise)
SupportBusiness Isle of Man supports this application.; The growing number of businesses on the estate highlights the unmet need for indoor facilities like those proposed.; The proposal represents substantial investment in the Island's economy which would also play an important part in supporting the development of a strong and diverse economy.
